In the U.S. coastal areas scientific research is showing that human changes to wetlands, flood plans, reefs, stream beds and barrier islands are contributing to flooding in nearby cities and towns. North Carolina passed a law that “engages private companies to...
Research has shown that seaweed helps reduce nutrient pollution in oceans and rivers which is brought about by excess phosphorous and nitrogen in the water caused by run-off from yards and farms. Seaweed is being cultivated to produce more oxygen and absorb part of...
Virginia in 2020 was the only southern state with a plan to limit greenhouse gas from power sector emissions, achieving by 2050 a 100 percent clean energy. We also defeated the proposed Atlantic Coast Pipeline. We are going to ensure clean water and air for all and...
In our urban areas we are losing one tree out of every two due to natural disasters, removal for future developments, improper planting and/or arbitrary decorative plans. The losses are a problem because trees are slowing climate change, providing cooling shade in...
Natural pest control for your garden is a challenge. You need to be mindful of beneficial beetles, moths and wasps so they are not destroyed. Spraying neem oil works gradually since it causes insects to loose interest in reproducing. Spraying with insecticidal soap...
In July 2018, an Earth Saver mentioned the concern scientists had over the weakening of the Gulf Stream which affects sea level rise, heat waves, harsher winter weather and rainfall in America, Europe and Africa. At this time there is concern about a “blob” of cold...
Scientists have discovered that in the last twenty years methane gas has had a warming effect 80 times greater than carbon dioxide. This means that the gas and oil industry has helped cause climate change more than previously estimated. To reach this conclusion...
It takes 100 years for an inch of topsoil to form naturally. Yet with our current erosion we may lose more than eight times that in the next 15 years. Our extreme climate change weather may increase these losses. Good farming/gardening practices can help prevent...
Improve your indoor air quality by: 1) not smoking, 2) changing AC and heater filters regularly, 3) opening window, doors when using household chemicals, 4) using eco-friendly cleaning products, 5) ventilating cooking fumes, and 6) consider adding a home filtration...
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